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Simplify Expressions and Solve Equations Using Two-Column Proofs Lesson PlanSimplify Expressions and Solve Equations Using Two-Column Proofs Lesson Plan
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West Contra Costa Unified School District
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Grade
8th - 10th
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Math
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1 hr
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Year
2011
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Simplify Expressions and Solve Equations Using Two-Column Proofs

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Increase understanding of the algebraic properties and their importance. Scholars justify their steps as they simplify expressions and solve equations. They formalize their work as two-column proof.

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CCSS: Designed

Concepts

algebraic properties, like terms, distributive property, commutative property, addition property of equality, associative property, division property of equality, properties of multiplication, proofs, two-column proofs

Additional Tags

math

Instructional Ideas

  • Form collaborative groups with similar levels of pupils and allow time to work with the lower groups
  • Have learners create a list of the algebraic properties and include an example for each

Classroom Considerations

  • Expects an understanding of algebraic properties

Pros

  • Encourages class members to provide two methods of simplifying the same expression
  • Uses collaborative methods to practice which one encourages communication

Cons

  • None

Common Core

HSA-REI.A.1

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